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Interior stylist Jason Grant’s favourite Sydney stores

If there’s one thing we know our readers are just dying to know, it’s where stylists shop, so we asked Jason Grant to share his top retail spots in Sydney.

The Society Inc Warehouse by Sibella Court
Sibella has a style and eye like no other and her store is her in a nutshell — head here for all kinds of wonderful from my super stylist friend.
http://www.thesocietyinc.com.au
Mary Street, St Peters, NSW 2044

Photo by Jacqui Turk for Interiors Addict

Chee Soon & Fitzgerald
The original small store — I love their mix of new and old, modern and vintage. Still one of my favourite stores.
http://www.cheesoonfitzgerald.com
173 Regent Street, Redfern, NSW 2016

Small Spaces
Sarah of Small Spaces offers a unique take on art and objects for the home with a focus on small spaces — lots of one of a kind design with a simple clean aesthetic.
http://www.small-spaces.com.au
674 Bourke Street, Redfern, NSW 2016

Koskela
Sydney’s biggest showroom with a focus on local designs. Head here to see an amazing edit of local talent. http://www.koskela.com.au
1/85 Dunning Avenue, Rosebery, NSW 2018

DEA store
A feast for the eyes with a focus on handmade and one of a kind. Head here for all kinds of things, especially lots of awesome tableware and ceramics with a wabi sabi (Japanese vibe in a not obvious way) slant.
http://www.thedeastore.com
146 Regent Street, Redfern, NSW 2016

Table Tonic
Louise offers a super cool edit of must-haves for your home. Head here for all kinds of the latest cool stuff.
http://www.tabletonic.com.au
Shop 6, 20 Avalon Parade, Avalon Beach, NSW 2107

West Elm
My favourite major retailer, I can’t go here with out picking up some cool accessory to add to my home/props collection. Their modern aesthetic and good pricing win me over every time.
http://www.westelm.com.au
Bondi Junction and Chatswood Chase, Sydney

west elm bondi junction — Readers meet Darren Palmer at one of our events at West Elm Bondi Junction

Terrace Outdoor Living
A great edit of all things for the outdoors. Lots of cool accessories, plants and more.
http://www.terraceoutdoorliving.com.au
47 Queen Street, Woollahra, NSW 2025

Opus Design store
The new Opus two-level store offers a huge selection of home and giftwares with something for everyone.
http://opusdesign.com.au
354 Oxford Street, Paddington, NSW 2021

Becker Minty
An awesome high end retailer with a chic edit for the home, and of course they stock Kelly Wearstler here in Australia.
http://www.beckerminty.com
7/81 Macleay Street, Potts Point, NSW 2011

Mark Tuckey
Worth the drive to Avalon on the Northern Beaches, head here for their signature collection of locally made timber furniture.
http://www.marktuckey.com.au
303 Barrenjoey Road, Newport, NSW 2106

Coco Republic
This is more (big) showroom than store but they also stock another favourite USA designer/brand of mine, Jonathan Adler. Head here for his signature colourful and fun collection and any store than has a cafe (L’Americano Espresso Bar) as part of their business wins me over for a coffee pit stop!
http://www.cocorepublic.com.au
34 O’Riordan Street, Alexandria, NSW 2015

Bludot
My favourite American furniture/design store in downtown Sydney, I love their modern design and fun attitude. Head here for affordable design. I love popping in and visiting the team for a laugh or ten. Their Toro chair is one of my favourite things at home.
http://www.bludot.com.au
1/69 O’Riordan Street, Alexandria, NSW 2015

Jardan
Another Aussie favourite, head here for an awesome collection of locally made and designed furniture and homewares with neat clean lines and a modern aesthetic.
http://www.jardan.com.au
21 Dunning Avenue, Rosebery, NSW 2018

We hope you enjoyed this list. Which stores would you add?

10 interior designers’ favourite Sydney homewares stores

Last week we spoke to 10 of Melbourne’s top interior designers and had them recommend their favourite Melbourne homewares stores. Today it’s Sydney’s turn!

Ioanna Lennox of Ioanna Lennox Interiors: West Elm is my go-to place if I need something to add to an already defined style or existing room or, equally, if I need to pick out some feature items as a starting point for a space. West Elm has everything from contemporary and modern American furniture, rugs, pre-made curtains and soft furnishings to beautiful accents and kitchenware that would enhance any space. The West Elm style is warm, textured and relaxed and fits so well into our contemporary Australian design aesthetic.

Jeremy Bull of Alexander &CO: The creation of cultural brain trust Nicholas Barber (also one of the more lovely human beings you are likely to meet) Dunlin is a beautiful curation of nostalgia and craft. We haven’t found a project yet where there isn’t a great place for a handmade wicker basket, suspended glass terrarium or mast light fitting, and there is never a reason not to have him visit our studio.

Meryl Hare of Hare + Klein: My favourite homewares store is Spence & Lyda. They vary their merchandise and often have one-offs, so they keep us interested! They also have a range of Ruth Levine’s beautiful vessels and totems, a personal favourite.

Christopher Polly of Christopher Polly Architect: Top3 By Design is a favourite, as I’ve found myself consistently revisiting their store due to their broad range of products. They offer good design, ranging from simple to eclectic pieces and they regularly refresh with new products. They have a great mix of lighting, homewares and accessories for utilitarian or decorative purposes.

Virginia Kerridge of Virginia Kerridge Architect: My favourite homewares store is Chee Soon & Fitzgerald, and it’s also my local as they are on Regent St, Redfern. It’s a small store but they have lots of quality things, and the fact that it is small means you aren’t overwhelmed by choice as is so often the case! They have a great mixture of products from ceramics and textiles to lighting and gifts. Also you have the added bonus of having a laugh with them every time you visit!

Brendan Wong of Brendan Wong Design: Now in their 30th year, Dinosaur Designs are known for their signature resin pieces. The forms are so fascinating and when placed near a window they illuminate beautifully. They are now working with other diverse materials including brass, silver and agate. They have taken their pieces around the world but their original Paddington store is still at the heart. You’ll find bright resin vases or subdued ceramic bowls, something for every interior.

Brad Swartz of Brad Swartz Architect: One of my favourite homewares stores is Catapult Design in Darlinghurst. They have a beautiful collection of furniture from both established and up and coming Australian designers. The finely crafted and minimalistic design of many of their pieces means their furniture can either be a signature piece or sit back and let the architecture, view or artwork take centre stage.

10596137_10152533662471645_749230783_n — Catapult Designs

Sarah-Jane Pyke of Arent&Pyke: Small Spaces in Redfern is such a rare gem, unlike any other retail experience in Sydney. It is such a beautiful space, part art gallery and part homewares store, with a selection of furniture pieces to suit small homes. A visit to Small Spaces is always inspiring. In this era of mass production, everything in the store feels like a rare treasure, with a strong sense of its maker. As much as the store changes, it maintains its peaceful, light filled calm. You feel like you could move in and spend the rest of your days drinking tea.

Sarah (left) and co-director Juliette Arent

Anoushka Allum of SmartSpace Interiors: I’m always shopping at Papaya in Mosman. I find that the tranquil style and paired back colours that they stock work with almost any interior. I’m a big fan of their pendant lighting, vessels, vases and candle holders. The designs are beautiful and use lots of natural materials. If you’re looking to dress your dining table this is also where I would recommend you go. Placemats, cutlery and crockery all in beautiful natural colours and designs make for a stunning table when entertaining.

Chloe Matters of TomMarkHenry: MCM House is my favourite as it typifies some of my most admired elements: neutral and relaxed tones and textures that work in simple harmony. They also mix these simple pieces with wares that have a slight modern, oriental twist. This understated look is powerful and represents a tranquility that I appreciate in design.

Chloe (left) and co-directors Jade Nottage and Cushla McFadden

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